A FRENCH GILT SILVER, SEED PEARL AND GEM SET BROOCH, LATE 19TH-20TH CENTURY
formed in a starburst design, twenty-four seed pearls extending outward from the center, with gemstone pattern against a pierced ground, with a needle and half-lunar bar,?marked with 950 silver standard; length: 7 cm (2 3/4 in.), weight: 8.52 g (0.3 oz)

PROVENANCE
Acquired through inheritance by the descendants of Alexander Ivanovich Nelidov (1835-1910), Russian Ambassador to Turkey, Italy, and France
Collection of the Nelidov family
Thence acquired by the current owner

CONDITION
The brooch appears in good condition. Besides general wear and use, no significant issues to report.

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